Halcyon Days
Halcyon Days is a residential care home in Hitchin, Hertfordshire (SG4 7LU). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Halcyon Days
Halcyon Days is a residential care home in Hitchin, Hertfordshire. We look after older people who need support with daily living, and we also welcome younger adults whose needs mean that managing at home is no longer realistic. Dementia care is a large part of our work. We keep the house calm and familiar, give people time rather than hurrying them along, and make sure staff know each resident's history and habits, because that knowledge shapes everything from how you greet somebody in the morning to how you help when they are unsettled. We want this to feel like a home rather than a setting. Residents bring their own belongings, keep their own routines, choose how they spend the day and see visitors when it suits them. Meals are planned around what people genuinely enjoy, and there is company for those who want it and quiet for those who do not. Respite stays are available alongside permanent places, whether to give a family carer a proper break or to support somebody while they build strength after illness. Relatives are part of daily life here. We keep them informed, welcome them at any reasonable hour, and ask them what they know about the person. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please come and see us and ask us whatever you need to ask.
Care provided at Halcyon Days
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 9 June 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Halcyon Days
Where is Halcyon Days located?
Halcyon Days is a residential care home in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 7LU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Halcyon Days provide?
Halcyon Days is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Halcyon Days's CQC rating?
Halcyon Days is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 9 June 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Halcyon Days provide dementia care?
Yes. Halcyon Days supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Halcyon Days offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Halcyon Days offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Halcyon Days
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Halcyon Days is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Halcyon Days is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Halcyon Days offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. Halcyon Days supports younger adults as well as older people.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the East
Halcyon Days has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Halcyon Days. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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